Konpon-ji, Buddhist temple in Sado, Japan
The temple complex includes twenty-nine buildings and halls distributed across 56,200 square meters of land with traditional Japanese architecture.
Established in 1607, Konponji Temple gained recognition through its connection to Buddhist teacher Nichiren, who wrote important texts during his exile on Sado Island.
The Sanmaido Hall within Konponji Temple marks the location where Nichiren engaged in theological discussions and composed The Opening of the Eyes text.
The temple operates from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM between April and October, and from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM from November to March, with entry fees of 300 yen.
The Main Hall construction received funding from gold-mining engineers during the Edo Period, connecting the temple to the regional economic development.
Location: Sado
Website: http://sado-konponji.com
GPS coordinates: 38.01139,138.41392
Latest update: March 8, 2025 14:33
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